Jim Rissler

Jim Rissler, long time Charles City resident, passed away Friday, March 1, 2024, in Fort Worth, Texas surrounded by his loving family.

James Alan Rissler was born Oct. 23, 1933, in Seymour, Iowa, the first child of Raymond and Vivian Rissler. Jim was active in many activities in school, mainly athletics. After high school Jim attended the University of Iowa then joined the Army where he spent part of that time overseas in Korea. After his service Jim returned to Iowa and earned his college degree from Drake University. Jim married the love of his life, Patricia Theis on June 8, 1957, and moved to Charles City. Jim owned many businesses, including an accounting practice in Charles City and Greene Rendering.

After retiring, Jim and Pat moved to Nevada part time while still owning a home in Charles City. Jim moved to Texas in 2013 where he lived until his passing.

Jim was an avid golfer in his days in Charles City. He loved watching Iowa Hawkeye sports and rarely missed a game. Jim was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. His faith was especially important to him and rarely missed church on Sunday. He was a very generous man but preferred it to be anonymous.

Jim is survived by his children: Sue (Greg) Altheide of Grapevine, Texas and Teresa Rissler of Ankeny, Iowa; his grandchildren: Zac Brunsman of San Antonio, Texas; Jenna Vineyard of Georgetown, Texas; Stephanie (Justin) Preuss of Boerne, Texas; Aubrie (Jake) LaMar of Bedford, Texas; Haylie (Brian) Morris of Dallas, Texas; Sydney Rissler of Ankeny, Iowa and eight great grandchildren.

Jim was preceded in death by both of his parents, his wife Pat in 2008, and his oldest daughter Christine in 2015.

His final resting place will be at Calvary Cemetery in Charles City.

Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, 1205 South Main Street, Charles City, Iowa 50616 is in charge of local arrangements. Online condolences may be left on the Tribute Wall for the family at www.hauserfh.com.